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Evan Elliott, right, and his brother, Chase, pose for a selfie with Jessica Vosk, who played Elphaba in Broadway's national tour of "Wicked." Vosk is coming to Noblesville High School on Dec. 10.(Photo: Photo provided by Evan Elliott)

He also appreciated Vosk's story. She was 27 years old and working as a consultant for major companies on Wall Street when she decided to pursue her dream of performing on Broadway, according to Playbill. Elliott is a real estate agent in Hamilton County, but still acts in local community theater and became assistant director of Noblesville High School's thespian club this year.

He and his brother didn't have a ticket but made the trip anyway, hoping to win the free-ticket lottery held before every performance. There was a crowd of about 50 people and only 10 free tickets, Elliott said.

Luck was on their side, and they won front row seats. After the show, they made a donation to Broadway Cares in exchange for backstage access.

That's when Elliott met Vosk, and he was ready with a smooth opening line.

Jessica Vosk as Elphaba in Broadway's national tour of "Wicked."(Photo: Photo provided by Noblesville Schools)

"When I saw her I said, you know, 'I can’t wait to see you in New York,' " he said, implying Vosk should be cast in the regular Broadway performance.

They took selfies and met other cast members before heading back to Noblesville. Days later, when Vost tweeted that she was looking for appearance opportunities Elliott once again made a decision on a whim and sent her an email.

He didn't expect a response, but Vosk remembered him.

Vosk will teach a sold-out "master class" with 32 area students on Sunday, Dec. 10, then perform in an "intimate" concert at 8 p.m. in the Noblesville High School auditorium.

"I want (students) to realize that it’s never too late to pursue acting," Elliott said. "I want kids to see that the dream of their parents, for them to go into business and make their money that way, it doesn’t always have to be that way."

Plus, he said he wants students to know they shouldn't be afraid to reach out and connect with people, even if they're initially intimidated.